Police Officer — Growth, Benefits & Training

Salt Lake City Police Department; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement pensions

Parental leave

Specialized training

Job summary

Salt Lake City Police Department is seeking candidates for Police Officer. Applicants must meet minimum requirements, complete a rigorous recruitment process, and be prepared for multiple assessments including agility, interviews, and medical exams.

Wages vary with rank and assignment; benefits include health insurance, retirement pensions, parental leave, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident for at least five years and have legal authorization to work in the U.S. as of the date of the first examination.
• Must be at least 21 years old at certification as a law enforcement officer.
• Must have valid Utah driver license or obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• POST Academy graduation within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Submit online application and resume before the deadline (contact email provided).
• Complete the recruitment process including physical agility test, written exams, oral board interview, background investigation, truth verification, psychological examination, and medical exam.
• Attend Chief's interview and potential conditional employment offer process.
• Undergo background checks including employment, driving, criminal history, finances, and interviews with associates.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Decision making

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST within 6 months of hire

Job description

Salt Lake City Police Department is seeking candidates for Police Officer. Applicants must meet minimum requirements, complete a rigorous recruitment process, and be prepared for multiple assessments including agility, interviews, and medical exams.

Wages vary with rank and assignment; benefits include health insurance, retirement pensions, parental leave, and career development opportunities.